Create and personalize your organization’s RallyUp account before setting up your first fundraiser.
Before you begin fundraising, you’ll need to complete the following steps to set up your account:
- Register — Sign up on the platform by entering your personal and organization details.
- Verify your organization — Confirm your organization’s identity as part of the registration process.
- Finish account setup — Complete all remaining steps required to be approved for an account, including connecting a payment processor and choosing a pricing option.
How do I register and create a RallyUp account?
- Enter your personal information with one click using an already existing Google, Facebook, or Apple account. Alternatively, manually enter your own first and last name (not your organization name, which you will enter in the next step), email address, and password:
- Enter your account details and select Start Fundraising:
If you’re not sure what type of organization you’re fundraising for, see this article: Understand: Types of Charity Organizations.
- Go to Start Guide in the left menu and select Finish account setup:
- Connect an existing Stripe or PayPal account, or create a new one:
You can learn how to set up your payment processor by reading How-to: Set Up Direct Funds. Once you’ve successfully connected your payment processor, you’re ready to begin fundraising.
What should I do after creating my account?
Before you begin fundraising, consider reading the following Knowledge Base articles to discover ways to reach new donors and raise more funds:
How do I complete my organization profile?
Consider adding your logo, a description of your organization, your organization’s website, and social media links to appear on your fundraising page.
How-to: Add Your Organization Description
How do I add custom branding to my fundraising pages?
Customize your fundraising pages using the available branding options for your account.
Understand: Branding Your Account
How do I invite team members to my organization?
Invite others in your organization to create and manage fundraisers.
Understand: Organization Users vs. Campaign Administrators
Can supporters run fundraisers on my organization’s behalf?
Invite an individual or business to run a charity giveaway on your organization’s behalf.
How-to: Allow Supporters to Run Raffles or Sweepstakes for Your Organization
How do I set up ongoing donation collection?
Set up a Donation Page for collecting one-time or recurring donations on an ongoing basis.
How-to: Create or Turn Off a Donation Page
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to use my personal name or organization name when signing up?
Use your personal name (first and last name) when creating your account, not your organization name. You’ll enter your organization’s name in the next step during the account setup process.
What payment processors does RallyUp support?
RallyUp supports both Stripe and PayPal as payment processors. You can connect an existing account or create a new one during the account setup process. You must connect a payment processor before you can begin fundraising.
Can I create an account using my existing social media login?
Yes, you can sign up with one click using your existing Google, Facebook, or Apple account. Alternatively, you can manually enter your information including your email address and password.
What type of organization should I select during signup?
If you’re unsure what type of organization you’re fundraising for, RallyUp provides guidance on different charity organization types including 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, religious organizations, and more. This determines your account settings and available features.
Understand: Types of Charity Organizations
Can I customize my fundraising pages after creating my account?
Yes, you can add your logo, organization description, website, social media links, and custom branding to your fundraising pages. These customizations help create a professional appearance and build trust with donors.
Understand: Branding Your Account
Can I change my organization name after I create my account?
The Organization display name in your Profile settings is locked in when you first enter it. If you need to change it, contact our customer support team at success@rallyup.com or by clicking on the chat icon in the lower right corner of your screen. This measure helps prevent fraud and ensures that your donors can trust that any Campaign run in your organization’s name is legitimate.